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Thompsonian

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /tɒmpˈsəʊ.ni.ən/
  • General-American: /tɑmpˈsoʊ.ni.ən/
  • rhymes with -əʊniən

1

adj

Meaning 1

Of or relating to Edward Palmer Thompson (1924–1993), English historian, writer, socialist and peace campaigner.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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adj

Meaning 2

Of or relating to Hunter S. Thompson (1937–2005), American journalist and author who founded the gonzo journalism movement.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From Thompson + -ian.